Browse Articles by Marilyn McDonald



Who Are The Traditional Market Participants?

Marilyn McDonald - July 10, 2007
The traditional forex market participants are large central banks, Interbank brokers, hedge funds and commercial companies. Read More >>

Automated Trading: The Rise of the Machine

Marilyn McDonald - June 27, 2007
As we all know, the Forex markets can jump around like a squirrel on speed and it’s open for trading 24/5.5. So, it’s pretty much impossible for any one trader to take advantage of every trading opportunity that happens during market hours, unless of course you are (or employ) a machine. Read More >>

What Are the Most Active Times of the Day to Trade?

Marilyn McDonald - May 22, 2007
Forex market volume remains high during the entire day but trading is generally heaviest when the major markets overlap, so the likelihood of a solid market move is highest during these periods. Read More >>

Getting Your Head Straight â€" Mentally Peparing to Trade

Marilyn McDonald - May 17, 2007
One of the first things you need to do before you place your first trade is to determine exactly what you want to achieve. Read More >>

Why Trade Forex?

Marilyn McDonald - May 15, 2007
Diversificatioin, 24-hour trading, liquidity, and volatility are just a few of the reasons people should look into trading Forex. Read More >>